The Rebels Food Program is a campaign that is raising money for students at South and BCSD who are in need. These students are coming to school hungry and have no means of getting food. The school is currently funding a breakfast program for these students, but for most of them, it's the only meal they get all day. And what about when we go on winter break? This isn't just a problem in our school: this is all over Burnaby, all over BC. BC has the highest overall poverty and child poverty rates in Canada, while Burnaby has the third highest rate of poverty in BC. It's unacceptable. Eliminating poverty is an enormous task, but the best way we can start is by right here in our school. Last week, we raised awareness for silenced children around the world. But there's a problem right here in front of us and that has to change. We'll be coming around at lunch time collecting donations, as well as during your second block class tomorrow. It's time we took care of our own. Please donate and help us end the poverty cycle in our school.
We Council of Burnaby South Secondary is a club devoted to making a difference in our community and around the world. Here, you will find information about the Council, our initiatives, fundraisers, events, and different volunteer opportunities. Feel free to make yourself at home.
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